light-fingered

• صفة تصف شخصًا ماهرًا في السرقة أو أخذ الأشياء خلسة دون أن يُلاحظ، وتُستخدم أحيانًا كتعبير ملطّف عن السارق.

Describes a person who is skilled at stealing or taking things without being noticed, often used euphemistically for a thief.

1. Prone to stealingB2informal

   Having a tendency to steal, especially by picking pockets or taking small items.

   سارق

   • The light-fingered thief was caught in the market.
   • Be careful with your wallet; there are light-fingered people around.
   • The shopkeeper suspected the light-fingered customer of stealing.

   المرادفاتthievingthievish

   الأضدادhonesttrustworthy

2. Nimble-fingeredC1formal

   Having quick and skillful fingers, often used for delicate tasks.

   رشيق الأصابع

   • The light-fingered pianist played the complex piece effortlessly.
   • A light-fingered artisan can create intricate jewelry.
   • Her light-fingered touch made the embroidery look exquisite.

   المرادفاتadroitdeftdexteroushandynimbleskillful

   الأضدادawkwardclumsyineptmaladroit